Height

Meet Dejana Radanovic: Serbian Tennis Star Who Went Viral For Making Racist Comments Against India - In Pics

In the pulsating world of professional tennis, few players captivate audiences with both their on-court prowess and off-court controversies quite like Serbian sensation Dejana Radanovic. Rising from the tennis courts of Serbia, Radanovic's journey is as tumultuous as it is triumphant, marked by remarkable victories, stirring controversies, and unwavering determination. Let's delve into the captivating saga of this tennis maverick, exploring her meteoric rise, her unyielding spirit, and the enigmatic persona that continues to intrigue fans and critics alike.

Feb 10, 2024, 13:26 PM IST

Changes In Jawbone In Middle-Age May Predict Height Loss In Women: Study

The study reveals structural jawbone changes in women likely resembled those of their vertebrae, or spinal bones. 

Jul 07, 2023, 15:32 PM IST

Can You Grow Taller Despite Your Genes? Debunking Common Myths

There are modern sciences that not just suggest but also validate that every child is born with a predetermined genetic disposition that can be altered with conscious behaviour.

May 03, 2023, 14:24 PM IST

Your height COULD be the risk factor for multiple health conditions

Height is not typically considered a risk factor for diseases. But past research has shown correlations between how tall someone is and their likelihood of experiencing a number of health conditions. 

Nov 14, 2022, 19:26 PM IST

DNA: Why is the average height of Indians decreasing?

Scientists and doctors are confused that when the average height of people is increasing all over the world, then why is the opposite happening in India. Whereas in the last few decades, the food and lifestyle of the people of India have become better than before. Now scientists are finding out whether the increasing pollution in India is responsible for this?

Sep 28, 2021, 23:22 PM IST

UK couple breaks Guinness World Record for biggest height difference

The UK couple has been married since 2016. 33-year-old James is an actor and presenter by profession, while Chloe Lusted who is 27-years-old is a teacher.

Jun 25, 2021, 14:58 PM IST

India For Mount Sikdar: Zee News campaign is getting support from all over the country

Mount Everest's height was first recorded by an Indian, Radhanath Sikdar. Unfortunately, his name is not that famous because the British empire had hidden Sikdar's name and attributed the credits to Sir Andrew Scott Waugh, who was the director of Survey of India at the time.

Jan 14, 2021, 18:08 PM IST

DNA: Mount Everest remains the tallest mountain on Planet Earth

The new height declared by Nepal and China means that Mount Everest remains the tallest mountain on Planet Earth.

Dec 08, 2020, 23:46 PM IST

Video: The height of Mount Everest, the world's highest peak, increased

The new height declared by Nepal and China means that Mount Everest remains the tallest mountain on Planet Earth.

Dec 08, 2020, 19:58 PM IST

Height of the Mount Everest decreased?

It is being claimed that the height of Mount Everest, the world's highest peak, has been reduced due to the earthquake in Nepal. Watch the special report.

Dec 07, 2020, 21:30 PM IST

Drug to boost growth in kids with dwarfism shows promise

Achondroplasia is a genetic bone disorder affecting about one in every 25,000 infants. It is caused by a mutation in the FGFR3 gene that impairs the growth of bones in the limbs, the spine, and base of the skull.

Jun 20, 2019, 12:35 PM IST

Beware! Short children could be at a higher risk of stroke in adulthood

While adult height is genetically determined, it is also influenced by factors such as maternal diet during pregnancy, childhood diet, infection and psychological stress.

Feb 16, 2018, 18:32 PM IST

Fathers take note! Your vitamin D intake may impact child's height, weight

A new study has revealed that a father's pre-conception vitamin D intake may impact his child's height and weight at five years old.

May 19, 2017, 18:21 PM IST

Scientists identify 83 new DNA changes that affect human height

Of these 83 genetic variations, some influence adult height by more than 2 cm, which is enormous.

Feb 02, 2017, 15:54 PM IST

Tall persons prefer conservative political parties: Study

Want to know which political party an individual will support? Then take note of the person's height.

Aug 16, 2016, 18:44 PM IST

Study links physical attraction with height controlling genes

A recent study has suggested that a person's choice of romantic partner can be determined by genes.

Jan 20, 2016, 09:20 AM IST

Overweight men have more sexual partners!

 A team of researchers has explored how many sex partners people have relative to their height and body mass.

Sep 30, 2015, 13:43 PM IST

Tall people are more likely to be slim

A country with a taller population may have to worry less about obesity as researchers have found that the genes that result in greater height correlate strongly with genes that reduce body mass index (BMI).

Sep 15, 2015, 17:50 PM IST